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OUTDOOR adventures
NATIONAL PARK
Gateway National Recreation Area,
Sandy Hook Unit P1–Q2
Route 36, Highlands
732-872-5970 www.nps.gov/gate
Thousands of ocean and bay-front acres for
swimming, sailing, fishing, bird watching, nature
walks, camping, cultural events, organized
athletics, and historic site tours—particularly
Monmouth County’s Fort Hancock and Sandy
Hook Lighthouse. See additional information in
Beach, Historic and Birding sections of the guide.
*Best Saltwater Fishing Site in NJ, New Jersey
Monthly Magazine Readers Poll.
FOUR SEASONS OF OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Monmouth County offers curving country roads
for cyclists, challenging trails for mountain bikers,
skateplexes for skateboarders and stables for
horseback riding. You can zipline, parasail or skydive
if you have a real yen for excitement or practice yoga
on the beach if you are seeking serenity. Winter is a
great time to enjoy ice skating, cross-country skiing and
sledding. Check in with Monmouth County’s Tourism
Department for more information by calling 800-523-2587
or visiting www.tourism.visitmonmouth.com.
America the Beautiful Free Access Pass
At Gateway National Recreation Area Sandy Hook Unit & Historic Fort
Hancock, America the Beautiful Free Access Pass is accepted. Visitor
center, beaches, beach concessions, observation deck, five-mile multiuse
pathway, Sandy Hook Lighthouse Keepers Quarters, restrooms
and parking lots are fully or partially wheelchair accessible. Beach
wheelchairs are available. Contact the visitor center at 732-872-5970
the rest of the year. www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm
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